NBA Picks for Tuesday, January 27, 2026: Egor Demin THREES OVER 1.5, Lauri Markkanen POINTS_REBOUNDS_ASSISTS OVER 30.5 Props to Target
Tuesday, January 27, 2026, brings a packed NBA slate loaded with prime betting opportunities in player props. SportsEdges.com zeroes in on two standout NBA player props: Egor Demin clearing 1.5 threes against the Phoenix Suns and Lauri Markkanen surpassing 30.5 points + rebounds + assists versus the LA Clippers. These picks are backed by scorching recent hit rates and favorable matchups.
Egor Demin - THREES OVER 1.5
Egor Demin has been on fire from beyond the arc lately, clearing 1.5 threes at an 80% clip over his last 5 games, 90% in the last 10, and 80% across the last 20. The Brooklyn Nets guard is embracing a bigger role in the offense, jacking up volume threes with precision.
The Statistical Edge
Demin's three-point shooting has surged with increased minutes and shot attempts, averaging 3.2 threes per game over his last 10 outings at a 41% clip from deep. His consistency shines in high-pace games, where he thrives off screens and in transition, making this prop a reliable target against permissive defenses.
- L5 games: 80% hit rate (4/5), with at least 2 threes in four straight before a quiet night.
- L10 games: 90% hit rate (9/10), boosted by a role expansion averaging 32 minutes per game.
- L20 games: 80% success (16/20), proving long-term reliability even in losses.
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Matchup Analysis
The Suns rank in the bottom 10 for opponent threes allowed per game, yielding 14.2 threes to guards on 38% shooting from deep. No H2H data exists yet, but Phoenix's perimeter defense struggles against quick-release shooters like Demin, who exploits switches.
Brooklyn comes off a tough OT loss to Orlando, heightening urgency in a bounce-back spot versus a Suns squad middling in the West. With no major injuries impacting Demin's usage, expect elevated shot volume in a projected total over 225 points.
This prop is a lock based on Demin's trends and the Suns' defensive lapses.
Egor Demin
BKN vs PHX
Lauri Markkanen - POINTS_REBOUNDS_ASSISTS OVER 30.5
Lauri Markkanen is dominating as Utah's centerpiece, smashing 30.5 points + rebounds + assists at an 80% clip over his last 5 games, 90% in the last 10, and 70% across the last 20. The Finnish forward's all-around production makes this PRA line a steal.
The Statistical Edge
Markkanen posts a robust 34.2 PRA average lately, fueled by 25.8 points, 8.1 rebounds, and 3.4 assists per game over the last 10. His efficiency holds up in diverse roles, from iso scoring to playmaking, cementing him as a prop machine.
- L5 games: 80% hit rate (4/5), clearing with double-doubles and facilitator duties.
- L10 games: 90% hit rate (9/10), amid Utah's push for playoff positioning and his 36 minutes average.
- L20 games: 70% success (14/20), with dips only in blowouts where he rests early.
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Matchup Analysis
The Clippers allow the fourth-most PRA to power forwards, with opponents hitting 32.8 in that spot thanks to poor frontcourt rebounding (26% defensive rebound rate). No H2H data, but LAC's focus on containing guards leaves Markkanen free for boards and buckets.
Injuries across the league have stabilized Utah's rotations, maximizing Markkanen's touches against a Clippers team leaning heavily on Kawhi Leonard amid their struggles. Game script favors a high total over 228 points, amplifying his stat-stuffing potential.
This prop is primed to cash given Markkanen's form and the matchup edges.
Lauri Markkanen
UTA vs LAC
